The BMV issues a certificate of registration and two decals for each ORV and snowmobile registration. The certificate of registration must accompany the ORV or snowmobile and be made available for inspection upon demand by a police officer. The decals contain the ORV’s or snowmobile’s registration number and expiration date and must be attached on the forward half of the ORV or snowmobile.

The BMV will not issue a license plate regardless of modifications, such as turn signals or windshield wipers added to the vehicle.

ORV and snowmobile registrations must be renewed every three years on or before your scheduled expiration date.

Ordering Information

You will receive your Certificate of Registration and decal within 14 days.

Operation of ORVs and Snowmobiles

Operation of properly registered ORVs and snowmobiles is permitted on Indiana public property where authorized by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), roadways where authorized by the county highway department, and on private property with the consent of the landowner.

DEALER ORV AND SNOWMOBILE REGISTRATIONS

A licensed dealer is required to have a valid certificate of registration for off-road vehicles (ORV) or snowmobiles used for demonstration and testing purposes only, pursuant to IC 9-18.1-14-9.

Dealer applications for registration of an ORV or snowmobile are processed by the BMV Central Office. The Dealer Off-Road Vehicle/Snowmobile Registration Application Packet provides a detailed list of the documents required to be submitted with the application. Prior to submitting each application, verify that all required information is included.